Born on June 2, 1974, in Mumbai, India, Karishma Kapoor began her acting career at a young age. She made her debut in the 1991 film "Saugandh," but it was her breakout performance in the 1996 film "Raja Hindustani" that catapulted her to stardom. Her portrayal of the lead character, Madhu, earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Actress and marked the beginning of her successful career.